New Parade at Universal Studios Florida (Rumor)

[Wesker69]

Despite the movie being split into two, which was highly unnecessary & ridiculous..

I'm almost surprised Universal doesn't redo BMG theatre for a permanent Wicked production (although I'd rather see Phantom resurrected). That'd bring in money.

Oz is a weird ownership between WB (original) & Disney (prequel), then stage production film (Universal). It'd depend on what this parade is trying to hype up... other than nostalgia.

 

[wutisgood]

Despite the movie being split into two, which was highly unnecessary & ridiculous..

I'm almost surprised Universal doesn't redo BMG theatre for a permanent Wicked production (although I'd rather see Phantom resurrected). That'd bring in money.

Oz is a weird ownership between WB (original) & Disney (prequel), then stage production film (Universal). It'd depend on what this parade is trying to hype up... other than nostalgia.

If I had to guess I would say universal would use packages to fill theater capacity at slower times for something like that but they are filling hotel capacity year round enough they don't feel the need for a show at all. I would certainly like to have something but even Disney refuses package discounts on their own cirque show at Disney springs and has trouble filling it at the prices they want to stick to.

 

[Wesker69]

Well, to be fair... Disney's prices are ridiculous to begin with, so not surprised

Do we know if this parade is strictly daytime or if it'll have a "night mode" to activate for an enhanced viewing experience

 

[Scott W.]

I've heard rumblings of another IP potentially included in the parade lineup. Just a rumor at this point so it could be completely wrong. No clue on if it will be a full float or just a character.

The IP would be another 3rd Party/non-ComcastNBC, and not Sony again either. I personally think it'd be kinda funny if the character passed by Hollywood during the parade route. Definitely fits the retro vibe the parade seems to be taking on.

Just to point out, I don't know anything and this a fun guess.

 

[Cup_Of_Coffee]

Just to point out, I don't know anything and this a fun guess.

Ohhhh this would be a huge get. Would work for a modern classic and plenty of dance choreography to choose from.

I’m not a parade person really, but this project is very exciting.

 

[Mad Dog]

Wizard of Oz for a parade? Heck, Kennywood has had it in its Fall Fantasy Parade for decades, and it doesn't really get much crowd reaction. The Oz stuff is pretty old hat by now for the GP, even with all the reincarnations under different names through the years. There's better IP stuff out there for a parade.

 

[Imperius]

 

[GAcoaster]

Wizard of Oz for a parade? Heck, Kennywood has had it in its Fall Fantasy Parade for decades, and it doesn't really get much crowd reaction. The Oz stuff is pretty old hat by now for the GP, even with all the reincarnations under different names through the years. There's better IP stuff out there for a parade.

Could be "Wicked" though since Universal is putting the movie out and owns the Broadway show.

 

[Mad Dog]

Could be "Wicked" though since Universal is putting the movie out and owns the Broadway show.

Sure. But new story, same characters bottom line. Kind of meh for a parade.

 

[GAcoaster]

Sure. But new story, same characters bottom line. Kind of meh for a parade.

Float with steampunk gears/dragon from the stage design and you have Universal's take on the Malificent float from Festival of Fantasy.

 

[Mad Dog]

Float with steampunk gears/dragon from the stage design and you have Universal's take Malificent float from Festival of Fantasy.

Dragon part sounds good, but only if they did it like your suggestion.

 

[TheCodeMan95]

I'd almost wanna ask and guess if it's a Paramount IP; like Top Gun or hell, TMNT.

Imagine a Top Gun float lol

 

[Nico]

Imagine a Top Gun float lol

It’s just the volleyball scene.

 

[captainmoch]

Wizard of Oz float would fit perfectly in a "Mega Movie" parade considering the music, aesthetic, characters, etc. Although I'm gonna guess Scooby-Doo since that's owned by WB and has meet-and-greets in Hollywood.

 

[Morganxrose]

gremlins

The Nintendo twist is interesting and it's part of why I haven't just thrown the answer out there yet, but I do feel like yall were pretty close to figuring out that first IP.

If it helps; WB.

gremlins

 

[Mad Dog]

It would be a laugh if Universal did a parade float based on the expired copyright of the old look Mickey Mouse.

 

[Wesker69]

It would be a laugh if Universal did a parade float based on the expired copyright of the old look Mickey Mouse.

I mean.... they already have a riverboat float thanks to Mardi Gras

 

[tielo]

I wrote this in 2013.
Looking at Mardi Grass and the Chrismas parades Universal customers stay the night for a parade. It would sell extra (event) food and drinks and souvenirs.
A daytime parade clogs the park imho so I hope for a night time parade.

 

[Alicia]

I wrote this in 2013.
Looking at Mardi Grass and the Chrismas parades Universal customers stay the night for a parade. It would sell extra (event) food and drinks and souvenirs.
A daytime parade clogs the park imho so I hope for a night time parade.
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Literally all of this except Hitchcock is likely coming. You absolutely nailed it.

 

[Mad Dog]

I wrote this in 2013.
Looking at Mardi Grass and the Chrismas parades Universal customers stay the night for a parade. It would sell extra (event) food and drinks and souvenirs.
A daytime parade clogs the park imho so I hope for a night time parade.
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A Night Time Parade Plus Lagoon Show would cancel out the long time Universal excuse to close the park early because no one stays late.